LINCOLN JR HIGH SCHOOL

Lincoln Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lincoln ESD 27 school district, located in Lincoln, IL with about 365 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Lincoln Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lincoln Junior High School, located at 208 Broadway St. in Lincoln, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As a junior high, it focuses on the critical transitional years of early adolescence, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. The school is part of the Lincoln Elementary School District 27, dedicated to providing a supportive environment that fosters academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility as students prepare for the challenges of high school.

The school is deeply integrated into the small-city atmosphere of Lincoln, emphasizing a sense of community and local pride. Its curriculum generally covers core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—while often providing opportunities for extracurricular involvement, including athletics, music, and various student clubs. By prioritizing both rigorous classroom instruction and the cultivation of character, Lincoln Junior High aims to equip its students with the essential skills and maturity needed to succeed in their future educational endeavors.

For more information, contact Lincoln Jr High School at (217) 732-3535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.